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Deutsch actually comes from the word Diutisc, an old German word used to describe the language of the common people. The Dutch people, who live in the Netherlands, are just a small part of the large groups of Germanic tribes who settled in Europe thousands of years ago.
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How did the pa dutch receive their name?
The Pennsylvania Dutch got their name from the English word "Deutsch," which means German in German. The Dutch pronunciation of "Deutsch" led to the term "Dutch" being used to refer to the German-speaking immigrants who settled in Pennsylvania in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Can Amish people speak English?
Yes. Their first language is Pennsylvania Dutch- (a dialect of German). They speak only this language until they get to be around six at the time they start school. Then they begin to learn English.
How many languages do Amish people know?
Typically 3 languages. Pennsylvania Dutch, English and High German. With proficeny in that order. High German is used during worship and Bible reading, but is often not totally comprehended. Pennsylvania Dutch is their native and first learned language. English is learned in school and used to conduct business and interact with the english. As a side note, Pennsylvania Dutch is a spoken language and is not traditionally written.
What word is used in Belgium for the English word friendship?
the official languages in Belgium is German French and Flemish. Flemish~ dont know sorry French~ Amitié German~ Freundschaft
Corruption of a German word used as a term for German immigrants in Pennsylvania?
These German Pennsylvania immigrants are called the Pennsylvania Dutch, a misnomer- the German word for German is "Deutsch," but these people were mistakenly called Dutch.
How do you say chloe in Dutch?
Chloe is the same in Dutch as in English. It can be used as a name for someone.
What is Belgiums main language?
Belgium's official languages are Dutch, French, and German. However, Dutch is used the most.
What name is used for the mayor of an Austrian dutch flemish or German town?
The mayor of a Dutch town is called - burgemeester
What country does the name Laura come from?
Laura comes from the Latin name Laurus, which means "laurel" and was used in ancient Rome. It is used in many languages, including: English, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, German and Polish.
How did the F bad word start?
It origins are either Dutch or Low German and was first used in the English language in the 15th century. There are Urban myths that it is an acronym. See related links.
What was the name of the money the dutch used before euro?
The currency used in the Netherlands before the adoption of the euro in 2002 was the Dutch guilder (gulden in Dutch).
What country has 3 official languages?
Belgium Dutch, French and German reference: I'm belgian
